Q&A: Maison d'Art
14 June 2024
When it comes to advice on how to spend your time at The Treasure House Fair, Maison D'Art can't be bettered. "Consider bringing along your friends or your partner to spend the entire day together, have a light lunch, admire the artworks, and indulge in the whole experience."
Founded in 1997 in the Principality of Monaco, Maison D'Art brings modern and contemporary art to the fair, along with a smattering of Old Masters from the 13th to 18th century.
MAISON D’ART has contributed to the enrichment of some highly important collections, both in the private and the public domain. Among these we find such names as the Louvre in Paris, the Metropolitan Museum in New York City, the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth (Texas), the Pinacoteca di Brera in Milan, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Musée National d’Histoire et d’Art of Luxembourg to name a few of Museums.
Why have you chosen to participate in the Treasure House Fair this year?
Before the pandemic, Maison D’art had exhibited at the Masterpiece fair. Despite their differences, we anticipate that The Treasure House Fair will achieve a comparable success to what Masterpiece experienced.
Furthermore, we aspire to establish a presence in the UK art market, driven by our firm belief in its promising expansion. According to the statistics, the UK art market surpassed the entirety of the European Art Market in 2023 (BAMF, 2023). Additionally, it has also maintained its position as one of the global centers for art trading (BAMF, 2023).
What are you most looking forward to during the event?
Apart from the fact that it’s widely known that the optimal time to visit London is during the summertime, with its blue skies and milder breezes, our anticipation extends beyond the weather. We are eagerly looking forward to discovering a diverse clientele and seizing the opportunity to present an exceptional showcase and stand.
How did you first learn about THF and what makes it stand out from other fairs?
We learnt about the fair through its extensive media coverage. Initially disheartened by the news of the closure of Masterpiece, we were thrilled and pleasantly surprised to learn of the opening of The Treasure House Fair, and its 2023 edition. We had the chance to visit the fair during the summer last year, and we’re delighted by its attractiveness.
What advice would you give to people visiting the fair for the first time?
When attending the Treasure House Fair for the first time, consider bringing along friends or your partner to spend an entire day together, have light lunch, and take time to admire the artworks, and indulge in the whole experience.
What are a few highlights works your business is bringing to the fair?
We are excited to bring a lovely blend of contemporary and more classical masterpieces that perfectly complement each other. Regarding eighteenth-century pieces, we will showcase exceptional landscapes by Francesco Foschi. We are equally excited to feature works by Marcello Lo Giudice, the most renowned Italian contemporary artist who creates outstanding compositions with an intense combination of pigments. We are equally delighted to showcase a 17th-century sculpture.
Below: One of Maison d'Art's Francesco Foschi landscapes that they will be bringing to the Fair.
Founded in 1997 in the Principality of Monaco, Maison D'Art brings modern and contemporary art to the fair, along with a smattering of Old Masters from the 13th to 18th century.
MAISON D’ART has contributed to the enrichment of some highly important collections, both in the private and the public domain. Among these we find such names as the Louvre in Paris, the Metropolitan Museum in New York City, the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth (Texas), the Pinacoteca di Brera in Milan, The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Musée National d’Histoire et d’Art of Luxembourg to name a few of Museums.
Why have you chosen to participate in the Treasure House Fair this year?
Before the pandemic, Maison D’art had exhibited at the Masterpiece fair. Despite their differences, we anticipate that The Treasure House Fair will achieve a comparable success to what Masterpiece experienced.
Furthermore, we aspire to establish a presence in the UK art market, driven by our firm belief in its promising expansion. According to the statistics, the UK art market surpassed the entirety of the European Art Market in 2023 (BAMF, 2023). Additionally, it has also maintained its position as one of the global centers for art trading (BAMF, 2023).
What are you most looking forward to during the event?
Apart from the fact that it’s widely known that the optimal time to visit London is during the summertime, with its blue skies and milder breezes, our anticipation extends beyond the weather. We are eagerly looking forward to discovering a diverse clientele and seizing the opportunity to present an exceptional showcase and stand.
How did you first learn about THF and what makes it stand out from other fairs?
We learnt about the fair through its extensive media coverage. Initially disheartened by the news of the closure of Masterpiece, we were thrilled and pleasantly surprised to learn of the opening of The Treasure House Fair, and its 2023 edition. We had the chance to visit the fair during the summer last year, and we’re delighted by its attractiveness.
What advice would you give to people visiting the fair for the first time?
When attending the Treasure House Fair for the first time, consider bringing along friends or your partner to spend an entire day together, have light lunch, and take time to admire the artworks, and indulge in the whole experience.
What are a few highlights works your business is bringing to the fair?
We are excited to bring a lovely blend of contemporary and more classical masterpieces that perfectly complement each other. Regarding eighteenth-century pieces, we will showcase exceptional landscapes by Francesco Foschi. We are equally excited to feature works by Marcello Lo Giudice, the most renowned Italian contemporary artist who creates outstanding compositions with an intense combination of pigments. We are equally delighted to showcase a 17th-century sculpture.
Below: One of Maison d'Art's Francesco Foschi landscapes that they will be bringing to the Fair.